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North Haledon

Pop. 8,778·60th most expensive in New Jersey·Rents have been falling, good time to negotiate
Median rent (all units)
$2,855/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-2.6%
vs US Median
+$890
Falling (Monthly)
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North Haledon · $2,855
More expensive than 88% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
27% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,855/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$114,000/yr
Local median income
$125,313/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using North Haledon's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,540
1 BR
$1,790
2 BR
$2,050
3 BR
$2,520
4 BR+
$3,190
Research median
$2,050/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$34,260/yr
At $2,855/mo median
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Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -2.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

North Haledon, NJ is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 41% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,778
Median income
$125,313
Median age
47.3
Renters
6.3%
Age distribution
18.5%
15.9%
25.5%
16.9%
23.2%
Under 1818.5%
18–3415.9%
35–5425.5%
55–6416.9%
65+23.2%
Gender
48.7%
51.3%
Male48.7%
Female51.3%
Race & ethnicity
67%
23.2%
White67%
Black4.1%
Hispanic23.2%
Asian5.9%
Education (25+)
28.1%
22.6%
41%
No HS diploma8.3%
HS diploma28.1%
Some college22.6%
Bachelor's+41%
Housing tenure
93.7%
Owner93.7%
Renter6.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How North Haledon, NJ has changed in 5 years

Income
$107,250 → $125,313
up 16.8%
Population
8,893 → 8,778
down 1.3%
Renter share
6.9% → 6.3%
-0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
36.1% → 41%
+4.9 pts
Median age
45.1 → 47.3
+2.2 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $107,250 in 2021 to $125,313 more recently. Census counts show North Haledon, NJ losing about 115 residents over the five-year window, down 1.3% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 36.1% to 41% across the same window.

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About renting in North Haledon, NJ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in North Haledon is $2,855/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,540/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,050/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,790/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,520/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($125,313/yr), North Haledon ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Haledon an affordable city for renters?

North Haledon is considered affordable for renters. At $2,855/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($125,313/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Haledon falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in North Haledon?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $114,000/year (~$55/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,855/mo in North Haledon. The local median household income is $125,313/yr, meaning the typical North Haledon household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Haledon?

Rent in North Haledon has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does North Haledon rent compare to other cities in New Jersey?

North Haledon is one of the pricier cities in New Jersey for rent, ranking #60 out of 180 tracked cities at $2,855/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than North Haledon?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than North Haledon ($2,855/mo): Paterson ($1,941/mo), Wayne ($2,461/mo), Elmwood Park ($2,499/mo).

What percentage of North Haledon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 6.3% of North Haledon households are renters, while 93.7% are owner-occupied. North Haledon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does North Haledon rent compare to the national average?

North Haledon's median rent of $2,855/mo is $890 (45%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Jersey, it ranks #60 out of 180 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,855/mo, rent takes ~27% of North Haledon's median household income ($125,313/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Haledon 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.4–10.75%
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